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Off-marketCompass Private Exclusive$1,450,0003 bd · 3 ba · 1,872 sq ftNear University City / UTC · 92122
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For saleSeller's MarketLa Mesa · 2.1 months of houses for sale · typical home sells in 13 daysMarket report 15 days on market · MLS# 260025776
$869,900
5716 Marengo Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
3Beds
2Baths
1,160Sq ft
1956Built
7,500Lot sq ft
Listed by Jennifer L Stinebaugh, LPT Realty, Inc · 619-987-4037
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About this home
Charming 3-Bedroom Home with Canyon Views and Flexible Living Space Discover the charm of this inviting 3-bedroom home, ideally located near shopping, schools, transportation, local hiking trails, beautiful Lake Murray, and so much more! The updated kitchen features granite countertops, a gas stove, glass-front upper cabinets, and stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, along with a cozy breakfast area. The welcoming living and dining room offers a fireplace and beautiful wood flooring that continues throughout the bedrooms and hallways. The bathroom features an oversized bathtub, while thoughtful details throughout the home include solar tube lighting, ceiling fans, wood-look shutters, mirrored closet doors, an entry closet, and convenient built-in hallway cabinets. Enjoy even more possibilities in the sunroom, an ideal space for an art studio, game room, home office, or whatever suits your lifestyle! Step outside to a peaceful, private backyard overlooking the canyon. The covered patio is perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and the fully fenced back and side yards offer added privacy and versatility. The oversized driveway provides plenty of room for additional parking and your recreational toys. Additional feature: The property has a leased solar system. The buyer must qualify for and assume the existing solar lease at close of escrow. With its inviting living spaces, flexible sunroom, private outdoor setting, and convenient location, this charming home offers plenty of opportunities to make it your own!
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Home facts
Everything SDMLS reports for this home$750Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
7,500 sq ftLot · 0.02 acres
2 garage + 3Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
195670 years old
15Days on market
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2 full
Living area1,160 sq ft
Levels1 Story
RoomsBonus RoomBreakfast AreaDining AreaExercise RoomSun RoomKitchenLiving RoomPrimary BedroomArt StudioGalley KitchenPrimary Bathroom
AppliancesDishwasherDisposalDryerGarage Door OpenerMicrowaveRefrigeratorSolar PanelsWasherBuilt In RangeElectric OvenIce MakerGas Range
FlooringCarpetTileWood
Interior featuresBathtubBuilt-InsCeiling FanGranite CountersRecessed LightingRemodeled KitchenShowerShower in TubTile CountersUnfurnished
Fireplace1 · FP in Living Room, Gas
LaundryElectric, Gas
AccessibilityGrab Bars In Bathroom(s)
Room sizes
Primary bedroom11X12 ft
Bedroom 29X14 ft
Bedroom 310 × 8 ft
Living room16X12 ft
Dining room8 × 8 ft
Kitchen12X8 ft
Heating, cooling & utilities
HeatingForced Air Unit (Natural Gas)
CoolingCentral Forced Air
WaterMeter on Property
SewerSewer Connected
UtilitiesCable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
IrrigationAutomatic, Drip, Sprinklers
Exterior & lot
Lot size7,500 sq ft (7,500-10,889 SF)
Patio & porchCoveredSlabPorch - Front
FencingPartial, Vinyl, Chain Link
Construction
StyleTraditional
Year built1956
Exterior wallsWood/Stucco
RoofComposition
SecuritySmoke DetectorWired for Alarm System
Parking
Garage spaces2
Other spaces3
Total spaces5
Parking featuresAttachedGarageGarage Door Opener
HOA, fees & community
HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
PetsYes
Schools
DistrictGrossmont Union High School Dist
Property & listing details
Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
ZoningR1
Parcel number (APN)490-141-04-00
NeighborhoodLa Mesa
Subdivision / tractLA MESA
MLS areaEast County
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Listed onOct 26, 2026
Original list price$869,900
Last price changeOct 26, 2026
Days on market15
MLS #260025776
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What it costs to own
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Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.
Rent vs. buy
Typical rent in 91942 is about $2,640/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.
Home values in 91942
+2%1 year
+22%5 years
+85%10 years
Estimates, not a loan quote. Tax uses the San Diego County typical rate on the list price; insurance is the California average policy; rent and value trends are Zillow indexes for the ZIP. Mortgage calculator · Cost to own in San Diego · Insurance and lending pros
La Mesa is a Seller's market
2.1 months of inventory for houses in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.
$750Price per sq ft (area: $580, 29% above)
15 daysOn market (area median: 13 days)
$932,750Area median house price (+6% vs last year)
100%Of list price that sellers got
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Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, houses in La Mesa, compiled by Jeff Brick.
The neighborhood
Living in La Mesa
$825,000Median sale price
41Avg. days on market
63Homes for sale
Market data: SDMLS.
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Schools for this home
DistrictGrossmont Union High School Dist
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Based on information from the San Diego Multiple Listing Service as of November 11, 2026 at 7:40 PM. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Listing information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
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